March weather forecast
West Leyden, NY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Leyden, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 35.6°F (2°C) and 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, West Leyden's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In West Leyden, New York, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Leyden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.4 days and collects up to 45.28" (1150mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 15.9 days. Throughout March, 10.47" (266mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Leyden, during the entire year, snow falls for 101 days and aggregates up to 75.43" (1916mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In West Leyden, the average sunshine in March is 4.2h.

UV index

In West Leyden, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

During March, West Leyden experiences an average high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How much does it rain in March?

In West Leyden, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 15.9 days. Throughout March, 10.47" (266mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does West Leyden have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in West Leyden?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:27 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
West Leyden, NY

Average temperature in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average high temperature in March: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in March
West Leyden, NY

Average pressure in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
West Leyden, NY

Average wind speed in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
West Leyden, NY

Average humidity in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in March
West Leyden, NY

Average rainfall in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.72").

Average rainfall days in March
West Leyden, NY

Average rainfall days in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Leyden, NY

Average snowfall in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average snowfall in March: 10.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (16.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Leyden, NY

Average snowfall days in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Leyden, NY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Leyden, NY

Average sunshine days in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.8 days).

Average UV index in March
West Leyden, NY

Average UV index in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
West Leyden, NY

Average cloud cover in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in March
West Leyden, NY

Average visibility in March - West Leyden, NY
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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